Plants
Animals
Weather
Birds
Ecosystems
100

What is this plant?

Poison Ivy

100

What is this animal?

A tortoise.

100

Name two things you should pack with you if you're expecting rainy weather. 

Poncho; rain gear; change of socks; etc.

100

What kingdom are birds a part of?

Kingdom Animalia.

100

What are the producers of an ecosystem?

Organisms that generate their own energy through photosynthesis.

200

Can you eat flowers?

Yes, but not all the time.

200

What animal is this?

A beaver.

200

What are some warning signs of a tornado?

Dark skies, heavy rain, hail, and a roaring sound.

200

What is the national bird of the USA?

The Bald Eagle.

200

What are the decomposers of an ecosystem?

Organisms that break down dead, organic matter.

300

This "dairy" plant is food for monarch butterfly caterpillars & is commonly found in SE Pennsylvania. 

Milkweed 

300

A salamander is a(n) ______.

Amphibian

300

What should you do if caught in a thunderstorm?

Seek shelter immediately & try to avoid tall structures. 

300

What do the bright feathers help with?

Helps the birds find mates.

300

What are the primary consumers of an ecosystem?

Organisms that eat producers.

400

Name five tree species in SE Pennsylvania. 

oak, pine, birch, maple, beech

400

Name the type of "-vore" this animal is. 

Carnivore. (Omnivore is acceptible) 

400

What should you do if a tornado is approaching?

Find the lowest ground, like a ditch, and lie down in it. Wait for the storm to pass

400

What do bird songs do?

Communicate with other birds.

400

What role do hawks play in an ecosystem?

Apex Predator.

500

Found all over southeastern PA & the world. Spiky leaves and painful to the touch. Spreads throughout an area quickly. 

Stinging Nettle.

500

Name eight animal species found in Pennsylvania. 

Deer, rabbit, squirrel, hawk, turtle, crow, snake, vole

500

Where do hurricanes develop?

Hurricanes develop out of deep, low pressure areas over warm, ocean water.

500

Identify 5 bird species found in our area. 

Cardinal, blue jay, hummingbird, duck, goose, etc. 

500

What do plants produce through photosynthesis?

Glucose and Oxygen.